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[CouchCoach]

I grew up in the Texas Hill Country and still have a lot of friends living in the area. The Llano River flooding you mentioned in your post affected many of my friends and family. No doubt there were some that simply ignored the warnings. Those that were caught in the flood all had one common comment or observation: the speed and height of the advancing flood waters. I have seen a number of videos and, quite frankly, it looked more like a tsunami than a river flood.

Regardless whether they heeded the warnings or not, I don't think anyone was prepared or could imagine what would happen. Much like the New Orleans hurricane, many of the businesses and homes affected will never be replaced.

There were people trapped and caught off guard but the 4 I referred to were warned and actually brought about mandatory evacuation in Llano because they ignored the warning.

I spoke with a man who's had a home on Lake Marble Falls, downstream from Llano and LBJ for those not familiar with the area, since the 80's and he's seen some flooding but he was on his patio when they opened the Wirtz dam and said it was like a horror movie because it wasn't just the water but the pwc's, boats and docks being thrown around like toys as it came roaring down the river. That took out every structure on or close to the bank including concrete picnic tables. He said they were expecting some flooding because they'd been through a few but, like you said, nothing like that. They had to boil water in Austin for 10 days.

 

[kskboys]

Same with Wildlife. "Aww, look how cute that shark is honey!"
I'm on "Team People" but I'll never back an idiot who climbs in the same enclosure as a Tiger. And then people blame the animal.

When I was a teenager, my dad took me to Raz's in Harper Tx, a place that dealt w/ exotics. They had a young male cougar in a cage. The owner implored me to get in the cage w/ the cougar, assuring me it was safe, that he was tame. Being young and dumb, and having the owner tell me it was OK, I did.

As soon as I stepped in the cage, the cougar started freaking out. He reared up and put his paws on my shoulders, sniffing furiously. I obviously had some scent on me that either POed him or turned him on. Not sure which is worse!!!!!

The owner then jumped in the cage and peeled him off of me. Wasn't easy.

Hey, at least I now know better!!!!

 

[kskboys]

There were people trapped and caught off guard but the 4 I referred to were warned and actually brought about mandatory evacuation in Llano because they ignored the warning.

I spoke with a man who's had a home on Lake Marble Falls, downstream from Llano and LBJ for those not familiar with the area, since the 80's and he's seen some flooding but he was on his patio when they opened the Wirtz dam and said it was like a horror movie because it wasn't just the water but the pwc's, boats and docks being thrown around like toys as it came roaring down the river. That took out every structure on or close to the bank including concrete picnic tables. He said they were expecting some flooding because they'd been through a few but, like you said, nothing like that. They had to boil water in Austin for 10 days.

Every time we have a big flood, search and rescue follows for really dumb people. I remember one was a VW bug who tried to drive through 3.5 feet of water over a bridge.

I've also, over the years, backed into the edge of the water w/ my big 4X4 and threw a chain so the people could attach it to their car. It did work several times.

 

[G2]

When I was a teenager, my dad took me to Raz's in Harper Tx, a place that dealt w/ exotics. They had a young male cougar in a cage. The owner implored me to get in the cage w/ the cougar, assuring me it was safe, that he was tame. Being young and dumb, and having the owner tell me it was OK, I did.

As soon as I stepped in the cage, the cougar started freaking out. He reared up and put his paws on my shoulders, sniffing furiously. I obviously had some scent on me that either POed him or turned him on. Not sure which is worse!!!!!

The owner then jumped in the cage and peeled him off of me. Wasn't easy.

Hey, at least I now know better!!!!

That's insane!

 

[ABQCOWBOY]

Morning Pops. Morning Fellas and good morning to any who decide to come in and check out the thread.

Some days you get up and the birds are singing, the Sun is shinning, just can't feel better on those days. Then, there are days like today. Thankfully, I've only got a few hours before the work week is behind me and the Weekend Starts! All and all, I'm good.

Jobs, Leon, dbrp, Xelda, zrin, Trouty, ksk, RGV, Coach, RWB, Ranching, SW, John, Jan, Corso and Colo, hope you all are doing well. Anybody got any plans for the weekend?

Everyone, Cinco De Mayo is coming up. Not sure if you know the history behind that celebration. Heck, I'm not sure I understand it. Anyhow, it celebrates a Mexican Army victory over the French back in the 1860s. Funny thing though, a year later, the French came back and defeated the Mexican Army and took Mexico City anyhow. Interestingly enough, Mexico doesn't celebrate this, only here in the States. Go figure that one out. Anyhow, long story short, its Celebrated around here pretty good, lots of Tequila Shots and Margaritas so everybody, be careful this weekend. Have fun but not too much fun. Remember, we not only need you around, we want you around! Have a great weekend everybody!

 

[kskboys]

Morning Pops. Morning Fellas and good morning to any who decide to come in and check out the thread.

Some days you get up and the birds are singing, the Sun is shinning, just can't feel better on those days. Then, there are days like today. Thankfully, I've only got a few hours before the work week is behind me and the Weekend Starts! All and all, I'm good.

Jobs, Leon, dbrp, Xelda, zrin, Trouty, ksk, RGV, Coach, RWB, Ranching, SW, John, Jan, Corso and Colo, hope you all are doing well. Anybody got any plans for the weekend?

Everyone, Cinco De Mayo is coming up. Not sure if you know the history behind that celebration. Heck, I'm not sure I understand it. Anyhow, it celebrates a Mexican Army victory over the French back in the 1860s. Funny think though, a year later, the French came back and defeated the Mexican Army and took Mexico City anyhow. Interestingly enough, Mexico doesn't celebrate this, only here in the States. Go figure that one out. Anyhow, long story short, it Celebrated around here pretty good, lots of Tequila Shots and Margaritas so everybody, be careful this weekend. Have fun but not too much fun. Remember, we not only need you around, we want you around! Have a great weekend everybody!

Tequila = pregnant cats and toothless chicks

 

[ABQCOWBOY]

Tequila = pregnant cats and toothless chicks

Man...... I'm pretty sure your doing it wrong.

 

[CouchCoach]

Man...... I'm pretty sure your doing it wrong.

The tequila, the cats or the chicks?

 

[ABQCOWBOY]

The tequila, the cats or the chicks?

Yep.

 

[Xelda]

That's insane!

No, that's @kskboys which is still insane but with hot sauce.

Morning Pops. Morning Fellas and good morning to any who decide to come in and check out the thread.

Some days you get up and the birds are singing, the Sun is shinning, just can't feel better on those days. Then, there are days like today. Thankfully, I've only got a few hours before the work week is behind me and the Weekend Starts! All and all, I'm good.

Jobs, Leon, dbrp, Xelda, zrin, Trouty, ksk, RGV, Coach, RWB, Ranching, SW, John, Jan, Corso and Colo, hope you all are doing well. Anybody got any plans for the weekend?

Everyone, Cinco De Mayo is coming up. Not sure if you know the history behind that celebration. Heck, I'm not sure I understand it. Anyhow, it celebrates a Mexican Army victory over the French back in the 1860s. Funny thing though, a year later, the French came back and defeated the Mexican Army and took Mexico City anyhow. Interestingly enough, Mexico doesn't celebrate this, only here in the States. Go figure that one out. Anyhow, long story short, its Celebrated around here pretty good, lots of Tequila Shots and Margaritas so everybody, be careful this weekend. Have fun but not too much fun. Remember, we not only need you around, we want you around! Have a great weekend everybody!

Let me explain, celebrating Cinco De Mayo is like Cowboy Super Bowls. I celebrate like crazy when the Cowboys win and act like the other Super Bowls never happened.

 

[CouchCoach]

No, that's @kskboys which is still insane but with hot sauce.

Let me explain, celebrating Cinco De Mayo is like Cowboy Super Bowls. I celebrate like crazy when the Cowboys win and act like the other Super Bowls never happened.

I celebrate Cinco de Sixo with Alka-Seltzer.

 

[ABQCOWBOY]

No, that's @kskboys which is still insane but with hot sauce.

Let me explain, celebrating Cinco De Mayo is like Cowboy Super Bowls. I celebrate like crazy when the Cowboys win and act like the other Super Bowls never happened.

First of all, you should celebrate Cowboy Super Bowls in that manner because truly, no other Super Bowls are important in comparison. Don't let your faith be shaken on that one. However, the Cinco De Mayo, I'm Hispanic and I still don't completely understand it. Any reason to party, that I get. But if thats the case, we should just have Veintiocho de Junio or Trece de Augusto or Segundo de Noviembre. I mean, any day would work and maybe you just rotate them based on the year or whatever?

LOL....

 

[GrammaJan]

Evening Pops and everyone.

Hard as I tried to make the best of it all, my goodness what a terrible week this was. I am looking forward to waking up tomorrow and it being the weekend (waking up in the morning is a good start). I won't get into long drawn out stories of the events of the week but suffice it to say it started with a Monday of all Mondays, involved too much rain, difficult clients, the realization that I need more car repairs, broken eyeglasses, and ended with the passing of what I like to call a 'battle buddy' today, along wth a potpourri of other things sprinkled throughout. I feel broken and defeated this week, so tomorrow I'm going on a day trip with my sister and her two girls to escape it all. God willing we return safely. Best wishes to you all for a safe and happy weekend.

 

[LeonDixson]

Morning, Pops and pen pals. Welcome to the Weekend! The rain was heavy last night. One downpour sounded like we were in the middle of a waterfall when it pounded the skylights in our bedroom. We may be getting a break though because the forecast for the weekend is down to a 10% chance.

Have fun on your day trip, @GrammaJan

Enjoy your weekend, everybody!

 

[Cowboys_22]

Good morning Pops and friends. Two grandsons are still playing little league baseball. The 9 has become the team’s top pitcher. He has quite an arm and his hitting has come around also.
The 11 year old has been moved from 9th in the lineup to #2. He’s really fast and has become a very good hitter. He scored 3 runs last night. It’s fun watching their games.

Gramma, I can relate having to deal with difficult clients. Don’t bring that home with you is the best advice I was given. After a tough day, I would go out to the park and jog away some of the pent up energy. It sure did help. Sounds like you had a tough week. Enjoy your family and forget work.

Runny I hope your shoulder gets back to 100% real soon. Have patience and keep up with the rehab.

Have a great weekend my friends.

 

[Cowboys_22]

First of all, you should celebrate Cowboy Super Bowls in that manner because truly, no other Super Bowls are important in comparison. Don't let your faith be shaken on that one. However, the Cinco De Mayo, I'm Hispanic and I still don't completely understand it. Any reason to party, that I get. But if thats the case, we should just have Veintiocho de Junio or Trece de Augusto or Segundo de Noviembre. I mean, any day would work and maybe you just rotate them based on the year or whatever?

LOL....

I hear you ABQ. I’m also Hispanic and Cinco de Mayo was unheard of in home. I loved quatro de Julio a lot more because it meant I could pop fireworks lol.

 

[CouchCoach]

Good morning Pops and Derby Day enthusiasts such as myself and yes, I did extend a good morning to myself. I wanted to be the first to do so. Ladies, get your hats and Mint Juleps and let's all slur our words with a nice Southern drawl.

The favorite and horse I saw win the Rebel at Oaklawn, Omaha Beach, has been scratched opening this race up and to complicate it further, the trainer of the last two Triple Crown horse, Bob Baffert, has 3 horses in the race, saw 2 of them at Oaklawn. Trainer bettors are in a tight spot and because the odds will drop so boxing his horses in exotic bets will pay less than wagered. That's how I made out in the last Triple Crown races and got a nice fat payday in the Preakness because my longshot came in 2nd to Justify.

I have mixed emotions about horse racing, as I do about boxing, but the owners and trainers that reach this level are about the health of the horses first and watching them run is exhilarating and connects me to my wife who loved horses and watching them run. And watching a closer do their thing in a packed field of horses is a thing of beauty to watch.

I also love tradition and the ones at Churchill Downs, the ladies in hats and some of the men decked out, the Mint Julep, the singing of "My Old Kentucky Home" and the horses walking over from the paddock reassure me that today's generation, and there are a lot of them in attendance, does appreciate and want to keep tradition alive. It is actually tradition that brings them to the event.

 

[Cowboys_22]

No little league baseball games today. We had a good rain last night. The fields are too soggy. Beautiful day today. Working on a honey do task, the Mrs has me painting the metal flamingos she keep in the yard next to a flower bed. Got it made in the shade so far. A wasp kept buzzing around me since I was only armed with a spray can of glossy hot pink, I gave it a couple of shots. The wasp hit the ground then flew away in hot pink.

 

[kskboys]

Man...... I'm pretty sure your doing it wrong.

The cat n the toothless chick are both way offended by you calling them "it".

 

[kskboys]

Good morning Pops and Derby Day enthusiasts such as myself and yes, I did extend a good morning to myself. I wanted to be the first to do so. Ladies, get your hats and Mint Juleps and let's all slur our words with a nice Southern drawl.

The favorite and horse I saw win the Rebel at Oaklawn, Omaha Beach, has been scratched opening this race up and to complicate it further, the trainer of the last two Triple Crown horse, Bob Baffert, has 3 horses in the race, saw 2 of them at Oaklawn. Trainer bettors are in a tight spot and because the odds will drop so boxing his horses in exotic bets will pay less than wagered. That's how I made out in the last Triple Crown races and got a nice fat payday in the Preakness because my longshot came in 2nd to Justify.

I have mixed emotions about horse racing, as I do about boxing, but the owners and trainers that reach this level are about the health of the horses first and watching them run is exhilarating and connects me to my wife who loved horses and watching them run. And watching a closer do their thing in a packed field of horses is a thing of beauty to watch.

I also love tradition and the ones at Churchill Downs, the ladies in hats and some of the men decked out, the Mint Julep, the singing of "My Old Kentucky Home" and the horses walking over from the paddock reassure me that today's generation, and there are a lot of them in attendance, does appreciate and want to keep tradition alive. It is actually tradition that brings them to the event.

Me too. Horse racing is a thing of beauty.

My upsetter this year is Vekoma. #6. That horsey has a shot, and Last I looked was around 10 or 15 to 1.

The wifey picked the #18 as an upsetter.

We did a tri box, an exacta box, and a couple of $20 win bets on our upsetters, the 6 and the 18.

Do we know something? Not even close!!!!! We just look for something w/ longer odds that we think has a shot. Betting on horse racing is very similar to a casino. The fun is in placing a couple of bets, then rooting for your pony to come in!!!!!!